This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 30 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1896
Page
4
The Boston Post lists Daily and Sunday subscription prices with one year at 66 cents, six months 1.50, three months 75 cents, and monthly 2 cents for daily. The Sunday Post offers one year 1.50, six months 75 cents, and three months 40 cents. Change of address procedures and payment instructions are provided, noting all payments at sender’s risk.
The Boston Post warns subscriptions must be prepaid and will be discontinued without notice on expiration. If you cannot obtain the Post regularly from your newsdealer or newsboy, notify us by postal at once. Be A. Grozier, Editor and Publisher.
The movement for three-cent streetcar fares gains momentum in Chicago and Detroit as Mayors push lower rates. New York debates the change while Boston waits, accepting five-cent fares with free transfers. The trend is spreading, and public service quality remains the key factor.
The prose from the Queen's speech read in Parliament suggests arbitration as a path. It notes Britain desires an equitable settlement and acknowledges U S involvement, urging Britain to move further toward arbitration.
The House passed the biennial amendment by 175 to 54, signaling strong move toward sending the question to the people. Republicans dominated, but eight GOP members broke party lines while five Democrats voted yes, prompting reflection on voters’ role in annual accountability of representatives. The Senate is expected to concur.
The Salisbury Beach and Hampton sea tragedies highlight gaps in rescue capability. Rescue crews were stretched thin as the Florida went ashore near Hampton and the Allianza struck at Plum Island. A new life-saving station with more personnel is urged to improve winter and spring coastal safety.
A warm bath with Cuticura Soap and gentle Cuticura ointment soothes itch irritation and joint swellings. It softens rough skin and helps regulate perspiration, presenting Cuticura as a great skin cure.
The article argues that the protecting arm of the life saving service should be extended along this section to improve safety and response.
The piece argues against granting a fifty year lease for subway control to private interests. It warns such a contract would permanently bind Boston's rapid transit plans and insists on a maximum ten year term with city reserve rights. It urges changing the enabling statute to limit authority of the Subway Commission and protect public oversight.
The Treasury Department's lax drawing of the loan bid invitation allowed wide speculation with little risk to buyers. Although straw bids were probably few, anyone with funds could take a flyer, and many did. Critics blame the treasury for a plan pushed despite public disapproval of a syndicate bargain.
The notice announces bonds priced attractively for immediate sale to the public on a first come basis. It emphasizes a good price and urges potential buyers to act quickly to secure the offering.
The Scarlet Letter scene at the Boston Theatre honored Walter Damrosch with a laurel wreath as the orchestra saluted. Chinatown prepares for Chinese New Year with elaborate decor and festivities marking year twenty two of the reign.
A young narrator recounts her peril at the hands of Guy Ravenel, a mad balloon enthusiast. Lawyer Sawyer Tyne intervenes, saving her from an airborne trap as Ravenel’s balloon collapses. The narrator becomes Tyne’s wife while her father continues quiet experiments.
A humorous Harper's Weekly aside mocks Byron Shelley Pope Poe and Poe figures as morally dubious or ineffective writers. The speaker claims wide familiarity with their flaws and hints at lecturing a sewing circle audience to support a struggling mate’s lectures.
Poem praising unity and no borders among nations. References to Britannia and a mother country, urging youths to uphold light and truth. Mentions joining in kindred deeds, freeing from wrong, and fostering art and song. Written in England by Edward Faskett about the Venezuelan question and sent to the Post by a Somerville correspondent.
Miss Mary A Towie, a noted Charlestown soprano, wed William J Coffy at St. Francis de Sales Church Charlestown last evening. The ceremony at 8 o'clock was conducted by Rev N J Murphy with few relatives present. The bride wore ivory satin with pearl yoke and pendant, veiled. bridesmaid Miss Margaret Craigen Somerville. best man Richard Kelley. The newlyweds left for a wedding trip.
Mrs John F Wood hosted the first musicale of the season featuring Briggs Bradshaw on piano, Minnie J Gaul and Blanche Paul as accompanists, with solos by Dasa Harmon, Frank A Kennedy, and Dudley H Prescott. Harmon also recited That Old Sweetheart of Mine by James Whitcomb Riley.
Letter to the editor quotes a London librarian and a London source praising arbitration to settle the Venezuelan dispute. The writer agrees with Wolcott that war over a small territory is avoidable and blames sensational newspapers for heightened tensions.
A Charlestown reader asks if the Edson treatment cures incipient phthisis or full tuberculosis. The paper notes the cure claims to halt bacilli and prevent further lung damage, not restore tissue already eaten, letting nature finish the cure if the disease is not advanced.
Milly L. Knipe argues that outsiders who know little of Ireland misrepresent the Stage Irishman. She notes she has lived in Ireland and met locals who know more than self-styled experts, while some well-traveled critics have limited understanding.
A Manchester New Hampshire correspondent challenges Michael Judge and J. S. D. about Irish plays. He argues New England Irish productions misrepresent Irish habits, calling actors dime museum fiends and un-Irish. He urges readers to resist popular Irish theatrical clichés.
Sir, the West End Railroad Company has not taken any notice of a petition presented more than a year ago asking for action. The delay draws concern from residents and local officials seeking a response or remedy.
The letter urges extending streetcar tracks through Swett street as public demand grows. The South Boston Citizens' Association backs the extension and notes no action has been taken. Residents stress the daily foot traffic and potential car use if available.
Effingham Falls New Hampshire writer David O Sanborn protests stage Irish stereotypes. He argues Irish people deserve respect not mockery and contrasts stage depictions with his own army service history. He notes similar portrayals of Dutch, Negro, and Yankee characters as inferior on stage.
Arthur Drowning of Dorchester requests Boston Post readers suggest a new name for his club to avoid duplicating the Boston Dramatic Club or the Cambridge group. He asks for suitable options and notes suggestions will be printed as received.
The writer agrees with Atwood's resignation as not reflecting constituents but urges the resignation of Representative Barrett and Senator Lodge as a more reasonable move. A Republican speaker presents the suggestion in a concise political critique.
The editor questions why Medfield Insane Hospital chose a New Hampshire candidate for superintendent and asks if Massachusetts hospitals could not supply a local appointee. The letter reflects concerns over regional hiring and local merit.
Mary E. Lunn, superintendent, thanks the editor for generous space given to the dedication of the Deaconess Hospital. The note is dated February 7 and expresses gratitude for the public acknowledgment.
A reader provides menus and step by step directions for dishes such as oyster pie liver soup and asparagus with cream. The notes include crust preparation parboiled oysters and a sauce made from butter flour and milk. A dessert frosted custard with coconut sugar is finished with cake and a closing address for Mrs Mellish of Wakefield Massachusetts.
The Melrose Athletic Club will stage its annual minstrel show on Tuesday evening in the Town Hall Melrose. Asa D A Pierce directs the chorus and will oversee the production as the group aims to surpass previous performances. W C B Fox of the Cadets and Emerson are among a few confirmed participants.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.